Wearable Technology
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Withings Pulse: Putting the Heart Monitor to the Test
By Bahar Gholipour published
The Withings Pulse is a very small activity tracker that also includes a heart-rate monitor. But how reliable are the heart-rate readings? We did a small experiment to find out.
How to Use the Gear Fit with Your Galaxy S5
By Rachael Rettner published
The Samsung Gear Fit is a 2-in-1 smartwatch and fitness tracker, and the company recommends using it with the Galaxy S5. Here's how
Galaxy S5: How the Heart-Rate Monitor Compares to Other Devices
By Bahar Gholipour published
Many fitness trackers, sport watches and even phones now have heart-rate monitors. How do these monitors compare? We did a small experiment to find out.
Galaxy S5's Health App Review
By Bahar Gholipour published
Can your Galaxy S5 smartphone function as a health and fitness tracker?
Samsung Gear Fit: Smartwatch Review
By Rachael Rettner published
The Samsung Gear Fit is not just a fitness tracker, or a smartwatch — it's both. But is this hybrid better than a normal tracker? I tested it to find out.
Polar H7: Heart Rate Sensor Review
By Bahar Gholipour published
The Polar H7 is a heart rate sensor that measures the heart rate and sends real-time information to mobile apps. I used it for a couple of days to see how it performs in several categories.
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